Players Like...

❤ Responsive and Satisfying Hockey Gameplay

Players consistently praise the core hockey gameplay as responsive and satisfying, closely capturing the arcade hockey feel of classics like NHL 94. Reviewers note the controls feel tight and the puck physics are believable, allowing for a satisfying blend of accessibility and depth. One player states the gameplay "nails the NHL 94 feel" and has "good hearted fun," while another calls it "super responsive, especially with a controller."

❤ Unique and Powerful Abilities

A major highlight for players is the wide variety of unique abilities and power-ups they can acquire, ranging from silly options like "farting on the puck" to more strategic enhancements like improved passing or checking. Reviewers highlight how these abilities add an extra layer of strategy, allowing them to discover powerful synergies and create their own playstyles. One player exclaims they lost to the "second boss" the first time because they "were rolling on the floor laughing at how ridiculous (in a good way) their theme and skills were."

❤ Challenging but Fair Difficulty

While some find the standard difficulty too easy, most players report the overall difficulty curve is well-designed and satisfying. They describe the game as presenting a good challenge, especially against the unique "boss" teams, but feel losses are fair and encourage improvement rather than feeling cheap or unfair. As one player puts it, "the difficulty curve is satisfying and generally satisfying."

❤ Player Customization and Progression

Players highlight the thrill of assembling a powerful team through the roguelite progression systems, enjoying the ability to permanently upgrade and customize their players. One reviewer appreciates how the sense of progression and becoming more powerful over time keeps the gameplay loop engaging, stating the experience of unlocking new superstars and abilities to experiment with is "delicious beyond words."

❤ Chaotic Multiplayer Experience

Reviewers recommend the game as an excellent couch co-op or party game experience, noting the fast-paced, chaotic gameplay lends itself well to fun, memorable multiplayer matches. They report the various abilities and power-ups add an extra layer of madness, creating a uniquely entertaining shared experience. As one player puts it, the "4-player multiplayer" is "a truly unique experience."